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Peacock Mantis Shrimp

Peacock mantis shrimp

Odontodactylus scyllarus

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Fun Facts

These shrimp can kill their prey in two different ways: spearing with their sharp appendages or smashing with a powerful punch. 

Species Type:

Invertebrates

Common Name(s):

Peacock mantis shrimp

Size:

The average peacock mantis shrimp grows anywhere between 2-7 inches (5 - 18 centimeters)

Diet:

These shrimp have an extremely powerful punch allowing them to kill prey bigger than them like crab, lobster and mollusks.

Range & Habitat:

Peacock mantis shrimp are most commonly found in the Indian and Pacific Ocean. They create burrows in coral, sandy and rocky bottoms.

Details:

Peacock mantis shrimp are small colorful invertebrates. These rainbow shrimp have independent control over each eye allowing them to see their environment differently than humans can.